1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Gemini | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |